Ever wondered what it’s like to train as a future animal carer in a state-of-the-art facility? Welcome to Nescot the North East Surrey College of Technology. This isn’t just any college. It’s a hub of learning nestled in Ewell Epsom. Nescot started as Ewell Technical College in the 1950s. It has grown into a dynamic institution.
Nescot offers much more than traditional further education. It provides higher education too. Think Animal Care Osteopathy Computing Teaching and Counselling. Students come from all over. The local community the nation even overseas. In 2018-2019 around 5000 students were enrolled. That’s a lot of bright minds!
Step inside. Imagine the buzz of activity. The air hums with the energy of young people learning. There are specialist workshops. Bricklaying Plumbing Carpentry Electrical Installation and Plastering. You name it they’ve got it. Dance studios recording facilities dark rooms and a Mac suite cater to creative students. Two theatres a traditional one and a modern one provide exciting performance opportunities. Nescot even hosted a Peter Pan production in 2016. The flying scenes were a first for the traditional theatre.
But Nescot’s commitment extends beyond academics. There’s a beauty salon an onsite nursery labs an Animal Care Centre. A Student Advice Centre is there for support. Even a Learning Resource Centre and an Osteopathy clinic are available. The college truly cares for its students’ well-being. The sports centre gym salon nursery and playing fields are open to the public. It’s a community resource.
Nescot is more than just bricks and mortar. It’s a launchpad for careers. It’s an Apple Authorised Training Centre. It boasts academy status with Cisco Systems Microsoft and Oracle. This shows its dedication to technology and future-proof skills. Notable alumni include David Bellamy Jaden Ladega Anthoni Salim Professor Peter Saville Joe Wicks and Jane Wilson-Howarth. These individuals prove Nescot’s influence extends far beyond its walls.
The college strives for excellence. A 2016 Ofsted inspection rated Nescot as Grade 2 good. Several areas received the top Grade 1 outstanding. That’s something to be proud of. So as you stand here in front of Nescot remember it’s more than a college. It’s a community a training ground for success and a testament to the power of education. It is a place where dreams take flight.